Dynamic pricing, like surging rideshare prices during a storm, has been around for some time. Companies are now embracing a tactic called "algorithmic pricing", where the personal data it gets from your shopping habits, apps, discount cards, browsing, and much more is used to set prices for you, personally, in real-time for various items. Noah Giansiracusa, Bentley University professor and author of "Robin Hood Math", joins the show to break down how this all works and explain what it means for the future of shopping.

Dynamic pricing, like surging rideshare prices during a storm, has been around for some time. Companies are now embracing a tactic called "algorithmic pricing", where the personal data it gets from your shopping habits, apps, discount cards, browsing, and much more is used to set prices for you, personally, in real-time for various items. Noah Giansiracusa, Bentley University professor and author of "Robin Hood Math", joins the show to break down how this all works and explain what it means for the future of shopping.

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Your Data, Your Dollars: Algorithmic Pricing vs. Your Next Shopping Trip

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Grafton's Willard House and Clock Museum is not just a museum; it's a treasure trove of history with a collection of exquisite historical clocks that spans centuries. The museum's about to receive a massive gift of over 100 clocks, a donation made possible by a generous collector from Texas, but some major upgrades need to take place before they arrive. Robert C. Chaney, a third-generation clockmaker and the museum's Executive Director, joins Nichole this week to delve into the history of the renowned Willard family, the incoming collection, and the capital campaign that's underway to ensure this collection is secured for future generations to enjoy.

Grafton's Willard House and Clock Museum is not just a museum; it's a treasure trove of history with a collection of exquisite historical clocks that spans centuries. The museum's about to receive a massive gift of over 100 clocks, a donation made possible by a generous collector from Texas, but some major upgrades need to take place before they arrive. Robert C. Chaney, a third-generation clockmaker and the museum's Executive Director, joins Nichole this week to delve into the history of the renowned Willard family, the incoming collection, and the capital campaign that's underway to ensure this collection is secured for future generations to enjoy.

Grafton's Willard House and Clock Museum Keeps Time for the Future

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The Trans-Siberian Orchestra has become a staple of the holiday season over its 30 years on the road, entertaining audiences of all ages. This year, they're coming back to Worcester on November 28th to perform their rock opera, "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve". It promises to be an impressive show with lasers, pyrotechnics, dancers, a compelling story, and, of course, amazing music. Jeff Plate, the band's drummer who's been part of the lineup since day one, returns to the show to talk about TSO's history, the vision of founder Paul O'Neill, their efforts to give back to local charities, and the upcoming tour.

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra has become a staple of the holiday season over its 30 years on the road, entertaining audiences of all ages. This year, they're coming back to Worcester on November 28th to perform their rock opera, "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve". It promises to be an impressive show with lasers, pyrotechnics, dancers, a compelling story, and, of course, amazing music. Jeff Plate, the band's drummer who's been part of the lineup since day one, returns to the show to talk about TSO's history, the vision of founder Paul O'Neill, their efforts to give back to local charities, and the upcoming tour.

30 Years of Christmas Magic: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Returns to Worcester

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As the tariff spat between Washington and Ottawa escalates, the special bond between New England and our neighbors to the north is being put to the test. This week, we're exploring what this developing trade war means for our regional economy and what it could do to the close partnership New England has worked to develop with Canada for decades. Jonathan Gruber, the Ford Professor for Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, discusses the potential consequences of this trade war, including the impact on local small business owners and the tourism industry.

As the tariff spat between Washington and Ottawa escalates, the special bond between New England and our neighbors to the north is being put to the test. This week, we're exploring what this developing trade war means for our regional economy and what it could do to the close partnership New England has worked to develop with Canada for decades. Jonathan Gruber, the Ford Professor for Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, discusses the potential consequences of this trade war, including the impact on local small business owners and the tourism industry.

Friction Between Friends: The Canadian Trade War's Impact on New England

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Your Data, Your Dollars: Algorithmic Pricing vs. Your Next Shopping Trip

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